I have been a member of GlobalTestMarket since January 2009.

www.globaltestmarket.com

It is an International Online Survey Panel founded in 1999 as a division of Global Market Insite, Inc. Bellevue, WA USA

GlobalTestMarket is rather unique in that its online community members come from over 200 countries around the world and number over 6 million in total. Members receive regular email invitations to complete online surveys about existing and new consumer products and services, motor vehicles, healthcare, current affairs, new movies and more.

Starting from scratch.

The GlobalTestMarket (GTM) website will offer you the opportunity to join up to become a member. There is a minimum age for joining, being 14 years, and consent is required for 14 to 17 year olds.

On joining, new members receive an email confirmation and can then access the GTM members area. Once in a new member is invited to complete 10 profile surveys. This information will ensure GTM send more surveys that match your demographics, and therefore are more likely to pass the screening process.

Rewards.

GTM " Market Points " which are redeemable for cash. 1000 points need to be accrued before redemption is permitted. A point is worth 5 cents. Hence 1000 points equates to $50.

The reward for a successfully completed survey ranges from 50 points ($2.50) to the occasional 300 points ($15) depending on the length. A distinct positive aspect of GTM is a reward (5 points) for attempting a survey, even if you do not qualify (screened out).

On accumulating 1000 points you can immediately redeem points for cash. Payment is made via a snail mail check in the currency of your country. GTM undertake to deliver in 4-6 weeks in the US and 6-8 weeks for non US members.

General Overview.

GTM is certainly one of the best Online Survey Sites I have experienced. Admittedly, the number and frequency of surveys you receive depends on your specific profile, and the projects they are conducting, but I consistently average 2 per week and qualify for over 60% of these.

The critical strategies are:

Constantly update your profile.

Do not rush surveys - particularly the screening questions.

Reply to email invitations promptly - quotas often fill fast.

Where detailed typed responses are required, be thoughtful and thorough. This will increase your future invitations.

Finally, and importantly, GTM do have a proficient help desk. I have utilised it several times for positive outcomes.

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